Introduction

ITMO University, full name Saint Petersburg State University of Information Technology, Mechanics and Optics, is one of the top science and engineering universities in Russia. It is a world leader in information technology, optics, precision machinery and other fields, and is known as the "pride of Russia".

Overview

Student size: more than 10,000 students.

Faculty: The school has more than 1,000 teachers, including more than 640 professors and associate professors, 120 doctors of science and 310 doctors, and more than 160 foreign teachers from different countries.

History

In 1900, it was established by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Russian Federation. At the beginning, it only had mechanics, optics and watchmaking departments.

In 1920, it was reformed into the Leningrad School of Precision Instruments and Optical Technology.

In 1930, it developed into the Leningrad State Institute of Precision Mechanics and Optics.

Founding time

March 26, 1900 Day.

School Strength

Teaching Quality: As a famous engineering university in Russia, it has high teaching quality. Most of its teachers are experts in the field of scientific research. Teaching and scientific research are closely integrated. The students trained have outstanding performance in scientific research, engineering technology and other fields. Many graduates work in large companies such as Microsoft.

Scientific Research Achievements: The school has strong scientific research strength and undertakes a large number of national and international scientific research projects. In particular, it has played a pivotal role in the research of optical technology, computer information engineering, management systems, precision mechanical engineering, etc. in the same field in the world and promoted the development of related fields.

International Exchange: The school actively carries out international exchanges and cooperation, and has established cooperative relations with more than 170 universities in the world, with 30 There are multiple international dual degree programs, and we also cooperate with some internationally renowned companies to provide students with internship and employment opportunities, which enhances the school's international influence and students' international vision.

Institutional nature

Public research university.

Educational philosophy

Focus on cultivating students' practical ability and innovative thinking, combining teaching with scientific research, so that students can be exposed to cutting-edge scientific research results in the learning process, laying a solid foundation for future career development and academic research, while emphasizing personalized education, paying attention to students' personality development, and providing students with diverse learning paths and development opportunities.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key laboratories: The school has a number of advanced scientific research laboratories, such as quantum optics laboratories, nanotechnology laboratories, etc., which provide good research conditions for researchers and students.

Key disciplines: Computer science and technology, optical engineering, precision mechanical engineering, information and communication engineering, control science and engineering, biomedical engineering and other disciplines have high international visibility and influence, among which computer science and information systems are among the best in the world, and software design has always maintained the top three in the world in recent years.

Department

The school has five major colleges, including the School of Photonics, the School of Computer Technology and Control, the School of Translational Information Technology, and the School of Refrigeration Industry and Biotechnology. There are 23 departments and professional colleges, and 108 teaching and research offices.

Ranking

542nd in the QS World University Rankings in 2024.

595th in the QS World University Rankings in 2025.

675th in the USNEWS World University Rankings.

601st in the THE Times Higher Education World University Rankings.

Expenses

Tuition fees: Preparatory tuition fees are 200,000 rubles per year in 2023-2024; undergraduate programs (taught in Russian) vary according to different majors, such as applied mathematics and computer science, and the tuition fees are about 200,000-300,000 rubles per year.

Living expenses: about 2000-3000 RMB per month.

Accommodation: The school dormitory fee is about 1500-2000 RMB/month.

Campus

Teaching facilities: The school is located in St. Petersburg, Russia, forming a pentagonal pattern, located in Petrogradskaya District, Vasily Island, Lomonosov Street, New South Asia Square, and Smolny Palace District. The school's library has a rich collection of books and is one of the three largest libraries in St. Petersburg. In addition, the school also has a number of modern teaching buildings, laboratories and scientific research centers, providing students with a good learning and research environment.

Dormitory conditions: The dormitory buildings are all located in the center of St. Petersburg, not far from the subway, and are surrounded by supermarkets, shopping centers, entertainment venues and other facilities. The dormitory has complete facilities, including gymnasiums, fitness centers, libraries, reading rooms, table tennis tables, etc.